Oh Mac, we all have expectations of how we will navigate life with a sweet newborn. At some point, we have to give ourselves grace and follow the natural instinct of being mama /daddy bear. Real life is so different than perfect life. Each hour will bring changes. Just follow your heart. Your little creation is worth it~. Much love. Merry Christmas!
I am so grateful for how well you describe and articulate the emotions and experiences of infertility, IVF, pregnancy, birth, and baby. I walked a very, very similar path about 2 years ahead of you, and I cry at every video of yours with all the memories that come flooding back. I had so many of the same struggles and worries, and every stage felt like it would last forever. Now my baby is a kid, and it all feels like another lifetime. Thank you for sharing all of this so openly and so beautifully!
I love how open and honest you are with how you're deeling and coping since having baby girl. Its refreshing to hear it will help others who watch to see they're not alone ❤ so thank you.
Hi Mac, the fact that you are so open with your feelings and how you cope with everything that a new born brings will help so many new mum’s feel that they are not alone. I’m a mum of 4 children who are older now, but I always trusted my gut where my babies were concerned. Have you tried putting Annie in her pram to sleep. You could push her around as she likes movement and that will give you a little bit more freedom. My eldest son used to go to sleep listening to my washing machine along with other music. Don’t be too hard on yourself it’s a big learning curve for both you and your daughter. Sending love from Perth, West Australia (but originally from London) 😊
My daughter just gave birth to her 4th baby girl. I’ve seen her relax more and more with every child. This 4th baby has to go to all of the piano lessons, dance lessons, soccer practices, and school pick up lines. Your baby girl has the right mommy for her! Strap her on and live your life. That sweet baby loves her mommy, and she will love you through all of your learning to be a mom experiences. You’re doing great and she’s beautiful!❤
Hi Mac, Thankyou for sharing your experiences with postpartum and going on a road trip I have had 4 children and I promise these feelings are completely normal and travelling with little ones gets easier the more you do it. I know with my first I was very anxious but this does pass and when you get into a routine and find your feet with motherhood it gets so much better but it may take some women longer or shorter or even postpartum depression which I had with my 3rd completely out of the blue I did not think I as maternal as I am would suffer with it but I did and as long as you can get good support from your family/ dr/ midwife this can get sorted and you gradually feel more like yourself it did for me having a support network helps immensely. You look really well Mac well done for going and seeing your family. I agree with you that it is perfectly fine to say no to going somewhere for occasions and you’re not up to it people will understand. These precious moments with your newborn and all the things that go with it it’s ok to cancel or say no to things. Your wellbeing and that of your newborn are far more important you have plenty of times as baby grows to enjoy events and such. Sending you lots of love and Merry Christmas your first Christmas as a family of 3 enjoy!!! 🎁🎄🎁🎄
Im so glad to hear overall the trip went well and you gained more comfort from tackling it once. We had our first family gathering with our baby boy for Thanksgiving, and ohhh boy did i have a break down myself with the pressure of what others may feel they should expect with my husband and i having a new baby. Learning how to navigate as a new family in front of other people, even if all those people were family, was soooo overwhelming for me to think about. Im sooo glad you guys made that choice to not attend everything because it's what you needed to do... i found that we had to do the same thing and only attend some events after learning what i could and couldn't handle with a new baby for the rest of this year. Im so happy for you and Jack, and hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your sweet baby girl🩷💚
Thanks for sharing! It’s so much work to get out the door and to be in a new place with a newborn. That said, it’s so nice to have a little help from family on holidays! The pressure around the holidays is so real. We’ve tried to keep things as simple as possible this year. I hope you’re doing well as baby approaches 9 weeks! My baby has been going through a leap or growth spurt the past week or so and I feel totally overwhelmed all over again.
Oh my gosh, I am so impressed with y'all doing all the holiday things! And even more so proud of you for setting boundaries and respecting your own needs to make sure you and your newly adjusted family are happy and healthy! You're just the best, and I feel like I'm learning so much from you sharing all these details. ETA: I recently heard someone say about their newborn's crying spells that even though every time the baby is crying and seems completely inconsolable, it truly has never lasted more than something like 10-15 minutes, so this too shall pass even if in the moment it feels like it'll never end. Anyway, that stuck with me and maybe it'll be a good perspective in a tough moment.
Babies are so adaptable! It’s the older baby and toddler stage that can be more difficult. What ever you’re feeling just remember” YOU… do you”! Don’t think you have to follow anyone’s advice, that’s just information that can be helpful but adjusted for your situation, by you. With a newborn and infant there is no right or wrong. It’s whatever works for you and it’s a hit or miss trial all the time. I can’t believe I have gone through 9 months and now then some, with you and Jack. It has been so exciting experiencing this through your eyes. I’m older and have 4 children. My only daughter, now 35, was born without ovaries so she is unable to have children, and my 3 boys 28, 30, and 34 are not fathers yet so this is fun for me. Thank you for sharing. God bless you and your family. Enjoy this time and don’t sweat the small stuff!!!!! BTW you look great!👏
Traveling with a baby is something else forsure! Just wait until you have to tackle an airport 😮💨 You’re rocking and rolling in this thing called motherhood, nothing but love for you and your little family Mac ♥️
I just did my first solo outing in the car with my 5 week old yesterday and it felt scarier ahead of time than it was in reality which was a big confidence boost. My next big challenge is that we are moving right after the baby is 2 months old and he and i will be flying to get there. I'll have to navigate the airport (with the help of my MIL thankfully), have him sleep in a new place and in a new setting, and spend a few days without some of the stuff I've become used to. But we have a month and I keep reminding myself that things could be very different then. I'm excited to be in my new home but it's definitely overwhelming to consider the series of events that need to happen between now and when we get settled in there. But I am optimistic that we will figure it out. 🍀🤞!
Going places with a baby is such an experience , my baby is 6 months and I just started going close places with her and we have to carry so many things hahaha but what I can say is , is scary but great at the same time, my baby used to cry so much in the car but now she loves to watch things so it gets better ❤. I used to hate using even a purse to go out but I am now proudly the mom that takes everything LOL, I hope you were able to enjoy and love your videos !!
I have a mini van and a toddler , 3month old and 11 year old..so to sit near baby..one must crawl to the back back seat..so yes I still have anxiety going any distance with baby in the car...thankfully baby sleeps usually if not music helps sometimes ...sometimes nothing helps and yes it drives my stress level way up
The first outings with a newborn made me so anxious! Once you start doing it more it gets easier every time. I think I went out to register my sons name within a week but I was so scared. 😂 on New Year’s Eve we’re going to be staying with my parents with our 3.5 month old! 😬
You have deflated 🤭. Seriously, I am totally sympathetic to your experience with postpartum depression, although it was 30 years ago, I still remember how crushing it can be. Big hugs from scenic NJ!
Oh Mac, the struggle is real !!. The new mom thing is really hard to navigate. I have not heard you mention the word pacifier a lot of pediatricians tell you no pacifier if your nursing, that's a lot of crap it can take five different ones before you find one she likes. Hopefully you got a baby swing. Those work amazing don't leave her unattended in a swing. And for your sanity start baby sign language even at this young age it will be your godsend. You have a lot of friends here and you're going to get a lot of tips some will work and some won't You are Not alone motherhood is tough.
My mom says baby girls are more likely to be coy and that they also tend to cry more than baby boys. Those baby traits might be one of the reasons why that little bundle of joy tends to get cranky a lot before naptimes. Good luck to you and Jack. 😊
What chest carrier are you using? my daughter is just over 3 months and she will NOT for the life of her sit comfortably in this chest carrier I have 😂
Oh Mac, we all have expectations of how we will navigate life with a sweet newborn. At some point, we have to give ourselves grace and follow the natural instinct of being mama /daddy bear. Real life is so different than perfect life. Each hour will bring changes. Just follow your heart. Your little creation is worth it~. Much love. Merry Christmas!
I am so grateful for how well you describe and articulate the emotions and experiences of infertility, IVF, pregnancy, birth, and baby. I walked a very, very similar path about 2 years ahead of you, and I cry at every video of yours with all the memories that come flooding back. I had so many of the same struggles and worries, and every stage felt like it would last forever. Now my baby is a kid, and it all feels like another lifetime. Thank you for sharing all of this so openly and so beautifully!
I love how open and honest you are with how you're deeling and coping since having baby girl. Its refreshing to hear it will help others who watch to see they're not alone ❤ so thank you.
Hi Mac, the fact that you are so open with your feelings and how you cope with everything that a new born brings will help so many new mum’s feel that they are not alone. I’m a mum of 4 children who are older now, but I always trusted my gut where my babies were concerned. Have you tried putting Annie in her pram to sleep. You could push her around as she likes movement and that will give you a little bit more freedom. My eldest son used to go to sleep listening to my washing machine along with other music. Don’t be too hard on yourself it’s a big learning curve for both you and your daughter. Sending love from Perth, West Australia (but originally from London) 😊
My daughter just gave birth to her 4th baby girl. I’ve seen her relax more and more with every child. This 4th baby has to go to all of the piano lessons, dance lessons, soccer practices, and school pick up lines.
Your baby girl has the right mommy for her! Strap her on and live your life. That sweet baby loves her mommy, and she will love you through all of your learning to be a mom experiences. You’re doing great and she’s beautiful!❤
Ugh thank you so much, that’s so sweet 🥹❤️❤️
Hi Mac, Thankyou for sharing your experiences with postpartum and going on a road trip I have had 4 children and I promise these feelings are completely normal and travelling with little ones gets easier the more you do it. I know with my first I was very anxious but this does pass and when you get into a routine and find your feet with motherhood it gets so much better but it may take some women longer or shorter or even postpartum depression which I had with my 3rd completely out of the blue I did not think I as maternal as I am would suffer with it but I did and as long as you can get good support from your family/ dr/ midwife this can get sorted and you gradually feel more like yourself it did for me having a support network helps immensely. You look really well Mac well done for going and seeing your family. I agree with you that it is perfectly fine to say no to going somewhere for occasions and you’re not up to it people will understand. These precious moments with your newborn and all the things that go with it it’s ok to cancel or say no to things. Your wellbeing and that of your newborn are far more important you have plenty of times as baby grows to enjoy events and such. Sending you lots of love and Merry Christmas your first Christmas as a family of 3 enjoy!!! 🎁🎄🎁🎄
Im so glad to hear overall the trip went well and you gained more comfort from tackling it once. We had our first family gathering with our baby boy for Thanksgiving, and ohhh boy did i have a break down myself with the pressure of what others may feel they should expect with my husband and i having a new baby. Learning how to navigate as a new family in front of other people, even if all those people were family, was soooo overwhelming for me to think about. Im sooo glad you guys made that choice to not attend everything because it's what you needed to do... i found that we had to do the same thing and only attend some events after learning what i could and couldn't handle with a new baby for the rest of this year. Im so happy for you and Jack, and hope you had a wonderful Christmas with your sweet baby girl🩷💚
Thanks for sharing! It’s so much work to get out the door and to be in a new place with a newborn. That said, it’s so nice to have a little help from family on holidays! The pressure around the holidays is so real. We’ve tried to keep things as simple as possible this year. I hope you’re doing well as baby approaches 9 weeks! My baby has been going through a leap or growth spurt the past week or so and I feel totally overwhelmed all over again.
You look really great...mommyhood looks good on you💜💜💜💜
Oh my gosh, I am so impressed with y'all doing all the holiday things! And even more so proud of you for setting boundaries and respecting your own needs to make sure you and your newly adjusted family are happy and healthy! You're just the best, and I feel like I'm learning so much from you sharing all these details.
ETA: I recently heard someone say about their newborn's crying spells that even though every time the baby is crying and seems completely inconsolable, it truly has never lasted more than something like 10-15 minutes, so this too shall pass even if in the moment it feels like it'll never end. Anyway, that stuck with me and maybe it'll be a good perspective in a tough moment.
Babies are so adaptable! It’s the older baby and toddler stage that can be more difficult. What ever you’re feeling just remember” YOU… do you”! Don’t think you have to follow anyone’s advice, that’s just information that can be helpful but adjusted for your situation, by you. With a newborn and infant there is no right or wrong. It’s whatever works for you and it’s a hit or miss trial all the time. I can’t believe I have gone through 9 months and now then some, with you and Jack. It has been so exciting experiencing this through your eyes. I’m older and have 4 children. My only daughter, now 35, was born without ovaries so she is unable to have children, and my 3 boys 28, 30, and 34 are not fathers yet so this is fun for me. Thank you for sharing. God bless you and your family. Enjoy this time and don’t sweat the small stuff!!!!! BTW you look great!👏
Exactly! Newborns are easy! They can’t escape 😂
No because my brain read “adoptable” and I thought you were about to tell her she could put her up for adoption 😂😂😂 lawddd my eyes
I hope your able to relax an enjoy....if your ok shes going to be ok. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
Traveling with a baby is something else forsure! Just wait until you have to tackle an airport 😮💨
You’re rocking and rolling in this thing called motherhood, nothing but love
for you and your little family Mac ♥️
Thank you so much! I think about the airport situation probably on a weekly basis 😅😅
I just did my first solo outing in the car with my 5 week old yesterday and it felt scarier ahead of time than it was in reality which was a big confidence boost. My next big challenge is that we are moving right after the baby is 2 months old and he and i will be flying to get there. I'll have to navigate the airport (with the help of my MIL thankfully), have him sleep in a new place and in a new setting, and spend a few days without some of the stuff I've become used to. But we have a month and I keep reminding myself that things could be very different then. I'm excited to be in my new home but it's definitely overwhelming to consider the series of events that need to happen between now and when we get settled in there. But I am optimistic that we will figure it out. 🍀🤞!
Going places with a baby is such an experience , my baby is 6 months and I just started going close places with her and we have to carry so many things hahaha but what I can say is , is scary but great at the same time, my baby used to cry so much in the car but now she loves to watch things so it gets better ❤. I used to hate using even a purse to go out but I am now proudly the mom that takes everything LOL, I hope you were able to enjoy and love your videos !!
You’re totally rocking the mom thing!
Thank you so much 🥹❤
I just love your videos, your one fantastic mummy from Australia
I have a mini van and a toddler , 3month old and 11 year old..so to sit near baby..one must crawl to the back back seat..so yes I still have anxiety going any distance with baby in the car...thankfully baby sleeps usually if not music helps sometimes ...sometimes nothing helps and yes it drives my stress level way up
The first outings with a newborn made me so anxious! Once you start doing it more it gets easier every time. I think I went out to register my sons name within a week but I was so scared. 😂 on New Year’s Eve we’re going to be staying with my parents with our 3.5 month old! 😬
You have deflated 🤭. Seriously, I am totally sympathetic to your experience with postpartum depression, although it was 30 years ago, I still remember how crushing it can be. Big hugs from scenic NJ!
It totally feels like I've deflated 😂 Thank you so much! Love from Maine ❤️
Oh Mac, the struggle is real !!. The new mom thing is really hard to navigate. I have not heard you mention the word pacifier a lot of pediatricians tell you no pacifier if your nursing, that's a lot of crap it can take five different ones before you find one she likes. Hopefully you got a baby swing. Those work amazing don't leave her unattended in a swing. And for your sanity start baby sign language even at this young age it will be your godsend. You have a lot of friends here and you're going to get a lot of tips some will work and some won't You are Not alone motherhood is tough.
i enjoy ur videos so much!
My mom says baby girls are more likely to be coy and that they also tend to cry more than baby boys. Those baby traits might be one of the reasons why that little bundle of joy tends to get cranky a lot before naptimes. Good luck to you and Jack. 😊
What chest carrier are you using? my daughter is just over 3 months and she will NOT for the life of her sit comfortably in this chest carrier I have 😂
LOL. You will figure it out and we don't always want to hear it or need to know.
Try to be as adaptable as your baby is, and babies are VERY adaptable.and remember the only one judging your Mothering skills is YOU!
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